Homeowners: Don't Consider Solar a Luxury, Renewables Hit Parity in Many Countries
Solar costs the same or less than utility-based electricity in 42 of America's 50 largest cities; renewables at parity in many countries.
Renewable Energy Transmission Backbone Takes Shape Across US, Europe
New transmission infrastructure is bringing renewables to population centers across the US and Europe.
Legislation Enhances Border Security by Waiving Environmental Laws
There are many wilderness areas along the US-Mexico border, increasingly threatened by moves toward greater border security.
Wow! Europe's Renewable Energy Associations Dominated By Fossil Interests
Fossil fuel companies and utilities have infiltrated Europe's top wind and solar association to slow the growth of the industry down.
West Virginia: First State to Repeal Renewable Portfolio Standard!
We knew it was coming, we just didn't know which state would be first to repeal the most important renewable energy policy. Meanwhile, South Carolina is implementing net-metering.
Amazon.com Finally Buys Some Renewable Energy
The company is buying the output of an Indiana wind farm to power some cloud data centers.
China Leads World On Wind Additions Again; Offshore Wind Creates Double the Jobs As Drilling
The top 5 countries for wind had a record-breaking year, and a study shows the outsized potential of offshore wind compared to oil and gas drilling.
La Paz, Mexico: 100% Solar Powered
Two modest-sized solar projects will supply all 200,000 people with electricity because the sun is so powerful there.
California Ranchers Enticed Into Carbon Farming
Ranchers can now earn revenue by applying compost on their soil through greenhouse gas reduction credits they can sell.
Two More GMO Crops Approved, EU Passes GMO Legislation
USDA approves two more Monsanto GMOs for soy and cotton, while the EU allows member states to ban them.